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Pearl Harbor, Hawaii (July 2, 2004) —

United States warship USS Lake Erie (CG-70) proudly displaying its golden anchor, sits pier side at Naval Station Pearl Harbor. The golden anchor symbolizes a high retention rate of shipboard personnel. The ship is participating in this year’s Rim of the Pacific (RIMPAC) exercise 2004. RIMPAC is an international exercise that enhances joint cooperation and proficiency of maritime and air forces of Pacific Rim nations. U. S. Navy photo by Photographer’s Mate 2nd Class Bradley J. Sapp